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South Indian Idli / How to make Idli with rice

Idli is one of the healthiest breakfasts which don’t require any oil or spice. Soft, spongy and fluffy Idlis is prepared by Rice and Urad Dal batter. The batter is poured in the steamer moulds and then steamed in the steamer or cooker for 15-20 minutes. It is then taken out from the moulds and then served with Sambhar and Chutney.
Course Breakfast, Main Course
Cuisine Indian, South Indian
Keyword Idli, South Indian Idli
Prep Time 8 hours
Cook Time 20 minutes
Passive Time 0 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories
Author Recipe by Chits

Equipment

  • Mixer Grinder
  • Steamer/Idli Maker

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups Rice
  • 1/2 cup Urad Dal
  • Eno (or Any Fruit Salt) As required
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Chilli Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • Water to make paste and steam

Instructions

  • Take the Rice and was it in running water to remove the starch. Soak in water.
  • Take the Urad Dal and wash it properly. Keep it also soaked in water overnight.
  • The next day, wash the rice and dal with fresh water. Strain them out and keep in a separate bowl.
  • Mix both the ingredients uniformly. Take small amount of the mixture in a mixer grinder jar
  • Add Red Chilli Powder and Salt. Also add little amount of water.
  • Switch on the grinder and make a smooth batter. Take it out in a separate bowl.
  • Now in the similar manner, prepare the batter for the remaining rice and dal.
  • Keep the batter in an open place for few hours so that the batter ferments. It is done to bring a better taste to it.
  • After few hours, the batter is ready to prepare idlis.
  • Heat the idli maker or steamer pan over medium heat. Add required amount of water.
  • In the meantime, grease the pan with right amount of oil and keep it aside.
  • Take the batter and add Eno or Fruit Salt to it. Mix and stir it quickly so that it gets mixed evenly throughout the batter. We will see that the quantity of batter increases.
  • The Fruit Salt should be mixed properly so that we get a good texture of idli. The batter leaves froth and bubbles start appearing. At this time the batter should be poured into the pan immediately.
  • Take the greased pan and pour the batter into it.
  • Place the pan in the steamer or cooker. While placing the pan we must see that the water should already be boiling.
  • Steam the batter for 15-20 minutes or as required over medium flame.
  • After 15-20 minutes switch off the flame. Tasty and delicious Idli is ready.
  • Take a toothpick and insert it into the idli. If it comes out clean, idli is ready.If the batter sticks to the toothpick, we have to steam the batter for some more time.
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  • When the idli cools down a little, take a sharp knife and gently slid it along the edges. Take out the idli in a plate.
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  • Idli is ready to be served. Serve it with Sambhar and Coconut Chutney.
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Notes

  1. The Rice should be soaked in water for overnight. Keep it in open space.
  2. After grinding the rice and making a smooth batter, keep it in open space for 4-5 hours. Froth will appear. This will make the batter taste little sour.
  3. While grinding the rice, we must keep in mind that the water is added to the rice gradually. This will prevent in making the batter thin and the right consistency can be obtained.
  4. While steaming idli, take a toothpick and insert it in the idli and take it out. If it comes out clean, it means the idli is cooked properly. If it doesn’t comes out clean, cook the idlis for some more time.